Tampa Domestic Partnership Lawyer

Brandon Florida Domestic Partnership Dissolution Lawyer

Domestic partners face a number of legal hurdles in regard to custody of children, transfer of property, and access to health care information if proper estate planning is not undertaken.

At the Brandon Family Law Center, our attorney Mary L. Greenwood works closely with clients in creating estate plans, tenancy agreements, and other financial and legal arrangements that protect the right of survivorship in domestic partnerships. We consult tax experts, financial planners, and accountants in order to protect more of your assets and take advantage of allowances within the law that reduce your tax liability, qualify you for medical benefits, and protect your children.

There are sensible, sound alternatives that can help you and your partner avoid unwanted, contentious legal battles later in the event of illness, death, or dissolution of your partnership. Planning effectively now can also reduce family conflict later should a challenge arise regarding ownership of a home, custody of children, or the transfer of certain assets. If you are interested in learning more about the legal options available to you, contact our Tampa domestic partnership attorney today.

Understanding the Options Available to You

The Brandon Family Law Center advises and represents domestic partners in regard to:

• Healthcare directives
• HIPAA regulations and access to medical records
• Qualifying for Medicaid
• Living wills
• Durable power of attorney
• Special needs trusts
• Parental rights
• Transfer of property title or deed
• Tenancy agreements
• Business continuity plans
• Reallocation of assets
• Healthcare issues

Due to terms contained in the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), medical information and medical records cannot be shared with non-family members. This is particularly difficult when a health emergency or end-of-life decision must be made involving domestic partners: without the proper legal authorization, you may not have access to important health information regarding your partner. Additionally, without a healthcare directive or living will, you may not be able to make important decisions for your partner should he or she become incapacitated.

In order to avoid legal wrangling and difficulties that can arise when health care emergencies create the need for making immediate, sound decisions, our attorney discusses several options for protecting yourself and your partner. Should another family member attempt to assume control of your health care or your estate in the event of your death, a durable power of attorney can ensure your partner has the legal right to make decisions on your behalf.

Don’t Wait Until a Problem Occurs

The mistake most people make is waiting until a problem comes up. Even if you and your partner are in excellent financial and physical health, a sudden change of events could jeopardize everything you’ve worked hard to build.

We can also help you to plan for the event that one or both of you wish to dissolve your partnership.

Avoid legal complications − plan now by contacting our Brandon, Florida, domestic partnership dissolution attorney Mary L. Greenwood at the Brandon Family Law Center today.